Private company

Hyer Boots

Cowboy boot company

Hyer Boot Company is a historical American footwear brand that has been widely credited in historical accounts with contributing to the development of the modern cowboy boot. Founded in 1880 by Charles H. Hyer in Olathe, Kansas, the company operated for 102 years before being sold in 1977.2 Wikipedia text CC BY-SA 4.0

Last updated Oct 21, 2026.

Overview

Hyer Boot Company is a historical American footwear brand that has been widely credited in historical accounts with contributing to the development of the modern cowboy boot. Founded in 1880 by Charles H. Hyer in Olathe, Kansas, the company operated for 102 years before being sold in 1977.2

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